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OPS - Agricultural Assistant
Job no: 539481
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Suwannee
Categories: Grant or Research Administration, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations
Department:60777000 - AG-LIVE OAK UNIT
Classification Title:OPS Sponsored Projects Non -Clerical
Classification Minimum Requirements:Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Job Description:• Assist with planting, maintenance, and harvesting of large and small research plot trials at University of Florida IFAS
research farm at Live Oak and on cooperating farms in the Suwannee Valley region.
• Conduct soil, tissue, water, and pest diagnostic sampling for row crops and vegetables, including greenhouse
hydroponics.
• Collect, organize, and accurately enter research data into spreadsheets and online platforms.
• Communicate with farm managers, producers, and fellow staff to coordinate on-farm activities.
• Participate in planning and execution of Extension field days and other events for farmers and the public.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the mission of NFREC-SV
Expected Salary:
Expected starting hourly wage is $16 - $20 per hour and 40 hours per week. This is an Other Personnel Services (OPS) position.
Minimum
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Preferred:
High school diploma and one year of relevant experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume and a list of references.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 09 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Job no: 539481
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Suwannee
Categories: Grant or Research Administration, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations
Department:60777000 - AG-LIVE OAK UNIT
Classification Title:OPS Sponsored Projects Non -Clerical
Classification Minimum Requirements:Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Job Description:• Assist with planting, maintenance, and harvesting of large and small research plot trials at University of Florida IFAS
research farm at Live Oak and on cooperating farms in the Suwannee Valley region.
• Conduct soil, tissue, water, and pest diagnostic sampling for row crops and vegetables, including greenhouse
hydroponics.
• Collect, organize, and accurately enter research data into spreadsheets and online platforms.
• Communicate with farm managers, producers, and fellow staff to coordinate on-farm activities.
• Participate in planning and execution of Extension field days and other events for farmers and the public.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the mission of NFREC-SV
Expected Salary:
Expected starting hourly wage is $16 - $20 per hour and 40 hours per week. This is an Other Personnel Services (OPS) position.
Minimum
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Preferred:
High school diploma and one year of relevant experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume and a list of references.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 09 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Salary : $16 - $20